Decherd Elementary vs South Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 6.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Decherd Elementary
Decherd · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
436 students
South Middle School
Cowan · Public middle · Grades 6–8
361 students
| Measure | Decherd Elementary Decherd, Tennessee | South Middle School Cowan, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 5 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #857 of 913 | #243 of 307 |
| National rank | #50172 of 50,301 | #15092 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 436 | 361 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 361 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 21% |
| city | Decherd | Cowan |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (10.1 vs 5.4).
- •South Middle School does better on math proficiency (21% vs 17%).
- •South Middle School does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Decherd Elementary is the larger school with 436 students compared with 361.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Decherd Elementary better than South Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Middle School ranks higher (10.1 vs 5.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Decherd Elementary and South Middle School?
About 6.2 km in a straight line, between Decherd and Cowan in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Decherd Elementary: 436. South Middle School: 361. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Decherd Elementary and South Middle School rank in Tennessee?
Decherd Elementary is 857th of 913 and South Middle School is 243rd of 307 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).